A population this young is not a problem; it is an opportunity – Afenyo-Markin

Speaking at the Empower Vault Summit at the Great Hall of the University of Ghana, Mr Afenyo-Markin drew attention to the country’s youth unemployment challenge and urged young people to focus on creating value rather than waiting solely for formal employment.

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has challenged Ghanaian students and young people to view the country’s youthful population not as a burden but as a major economic opportunity that requires purpose, innovation and leadership.

He said more than seven in every 10 Ghanaians are below the age of 35, while young people account for a significant proportion of the country’s unemployed population.